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Welcome to the brush lettering craze!
Join letterer and illlustrator Peggy Dean in an exploration of your very own calligraphy lettering style, starting with items you already have in your home! In this simple class, you will learn through bite-sized calligraphy lessons with step-by-step instructions for how to craft your own modern script. You'll discover tips and tricks for basic letter formations, connecting letters and phrases and even how to form the best compositions for lettering quotes! This class is focused more on letter structures than on design, so you'll be prepared to take on all stylistic approaches.
We'll cover how to...
- Create cohesive letters in your calligraphy alphabet
- Add weight lines to emphasize character in your letters
- Master brush pens to bring your brush lettering to life
- Establish the perfect compositions for quotes and phrases
- Transfer your ideas to your final piece
Practice makes progress.
The beauty behind hand lettering is in the imperfections. Learning how to master flaws and channel them into character is what makes your brand unique to you. Breaking down these elements will give you a foundation that you can confidently build your craft upon.
Overview
Syllabus
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- Welcome to Modern Calligraphy
- Materials & Supplies
- Top 6 Mistakes to Avoid
- Foolproof Letter Structure - PART 1
- Foolproof Letter Structure - PART 2
- Use Proper Spacing to Create the Vibe You Want
- Where to Add Weight Lines
- Introduction to Brush Pens & Their Basic Strokes
- Apply Brush Pen Strokes to Your Letter Forms
- Time to Break the Rules: Bounce Lettering
- How to Create Compositions
- Create Your Final Piece
- Your Class Project + Flourishing
